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SI. OLAY GLOVER, ZD.^T. S. 
SPECIALIST IN CANINE DISEASES. 

T eterinarian to Vie Westminster Kennel Club, New Jersey Kennel Club, Hartford Kennel Club, 
Rhode Island Kennel Club, Syracuse Kennel Club, American Fox Terrier Club, Etc. 

1293 BROADWAY, Cor. 33d Street, N. Y. 



Copyright 18S9, by H. Clay Glover, D.V.S. 



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DISTEMPER. 



The term distemper, whose literal meaning is 
a deranged condition of the animal economy, is 
particularly applied to animals of the brute 
creation. To the dog, when afflicted with that 
disease somewhat resembling typhus fever in 
the human race. As canine pathology has been 
given more attention in the past few years than 
formerly, we have now become quite familiar 
with the nature of the disease and the remedies 
indicated ; consequently the loss by death is 
comparatively small when proper treatment and 
attention are employed. Microscopic analysis 
of the blood during distemper shows the exist- 
ence of bacilli life. In early days, those dogs 
that were fortunate enough to survive this dis- 
ease, did so merely through strength of constitu- 
tion and not from the assistance of any remedial 
agents, as utter ignorance of the subject then 
prevailed. The disease doubtless then appeared 
in a much milder form than that with which our 
present highly bred animals are afflicted. 

Owing to more or less inbreeding that has 
been indulged in to intensify certain form and 



characteristics in dogs of most all breeds, con- 
stitution lias to some extent been sacrificed. 
Animals bred in this way, are in consequence, 
less able to resist or combat disease than those 
with less pretentious claims to family distinction. 



Catises. — Bad sanitary conditions, crowded 
or poorly drained kennels, exposure to damp- 
ness, insufficient or over feeding, improper diet, 
lack of fresh air and exercise, all conduce to the 
development of distemper. It is contagious, in- 
fectious, and will frequently appear spontane- 
ously without any apparent cause, in certain 
localities assuming an epidemic form. Age is 
no exemption from distemper, though it more 
frequently attacks young animals than adults. 
Very few dogs pass through life without having 
it at some period. Many people are of the be- 
lief that their dogs have contracted distemper 
while being exhibited at bench shows. This 
may be the case in some few instances, but when 
the veterinary surgeon in charge is efficient and 
attentive to the discharge of his duties, there is 
little fear of contagion. Distemper following 
the exhibition of young dogs, particularly when 
sent from a distance, is due to thefe contracting 
cold in transportation either to or from a show, 
the disease following as a natural consequence, 
though the strain on their nervous systems may 
help towards its development. 



Any dog having attained the age of one year, 
if in vigorous health, is then attacked with dis- 
temper, I know of no reason why he should not 
recover, providing the proper methods are em- 
ployed, though occasionally a case in which 
numerous complications occur, such as inflam- 
mation of the bowels, fits, chorea, paralysis, 
jaundice and pneumonia, or broncho-pneumonia 
that will resist all the science of the veterinary 
profession. As a matter of economy, I would 
suggest to dog owners, especially those intend- 
ing having them field broken, to subject their 
puppies at the age of one year, if in robust 
health to the contagion of distempered animals, 
with the object of their taking the disease, ex- 
pecting them to recover. If they come through 
all right they may then be broken. To have a 
dog die of distemper after having expended 
from $100 to $200 on his education is, to say the 
least, very unsatisfactory. Again, a dog' s sense 
of smell is sometimes so seriously impaired by 
the disease as to render him ever after useless 
in the field. 

Symptoms . — In early stages, dullness, loss of 
appetite, sneezing, chills, fever, undue moisture 
of the nose, congestion of the eyes, nausea, a 
gagging cough accompanied by the act of vomit- 
ing, though rarely anything is voided, if any- 
thing, it will be a little mucus. Thirst, a desire 
to lie in a warm place, and rapid emaciation. 



This is quickly followed by a muco -purulent 
discharge from the eyes and nose, later, perhaps 
ulceration of either eyes or eye-lids. Labored 
respiration, constipation or obstinate diarrhoea, 
usually the latter, which frequently runs into 
inflammation of the bowels There is inflamma- 
tion of the mucous membrane of the entire ali- 
mentary canal, and all the organs in time be- 
coming more or less involved. A pustulous 
eruption on the skin is by some authors consid- 
ered a favorable symptom, but to me it is evi- 
dence of a vitiated condition of the blood. In 
some cases many of the above symptoms will be 
absent, the bowels being the first parts attacked. 
The following which sometimes, but not neces- 
sarily occurring with distemper, I classify as 
complications, viz.: Fits, Chorea, Paralysis, 
Pneumonia or Broncho-Pneumonia, Jaundice, 
and Inflammation of the Bowels, and will require 
treatment independent of any one remedy that 
may be given. 

Distemper Fits differ from ordinary epilepsy 
inasmuch as the animal does not rush about 
violently, but will lie prostrate upon one side, 
champing the jaws and frothing slightly from 
the mouth, the duration of which is indefinite— 
perhaps lasting for hours. This I consider the 
worst feature in distemper. In ordinary epi- 
lepsy, the attack usually subsides in from 10 to 
20 minutes. The latter will be more thoroughly 



entered into later on under the heading of Fits. 

Chorea makes itself apparent by a constant 
twitching of the muscles. It may be local or 
general. Usually yields to treatment if taken 
at the start, but when of long standing, it is 
almost useless to attempt doing anything for it. 
I have known bitches so afflicted, to recover on 
being bred, the trouble disappearing entirely. 

Paralysis in distemper is usually only partial, 
affecting the spine and hind quarters, causing 
loss of power, inability to rise, etc. It will first 
be observed by an uncertain wavering gait 
behind. 

In Pneumonia the respiration is quick and 
oppressed, the abdominal muscles being em- 
ployed in the act. An occasional cough, not 
violent, a frothy expectoration either white or 
of a rusty color. If the ear is placed against 
the right side over the region of the lungs a 
crackling sound or crepitation may be detected. 
In Broncho-Pneumonia the mucus rattle will be 
observed. 

Jaundice will be marked by the following 
symptoms, viz., uneasiness while sleeping, loss 
of appetite, thirst. The foeces dark and thin at 
first, later on dry and grayish in color ; colic 
pains. Membranes of the eyes and mouth, also 
the urine of a deep yellow shade. 

Inflammation of the Bowels is indicated by 
extreme thirst, tenderness of the abdomen, colic 



pains, mucus and bloody discharges from the 
bowels. 

T?*ealmenl. — The animal should be placed in 
warm, dry quarters, and hygienic conditions 
strictly observed. There should be sufficient 
ventilation without draughts. 

With puppies I would advise at the start giv- 
ing Glover's Vermifuge, as nearly all have 
worms, which add greatly to the irritation of 
stomach present in distemper. The bedding 
should be changed daily and the apartment dis- 
infected two or three times a week. For this 
purpose I would recommend Piatt' s Chlorides, 
as I consider it the best disinfectant made, being 
a combination of chlorides put together on sci- 
entific principles. It is perfectly odorless and 
not like the many so called disinfectants, which 
are merely strong odors overpowering less strong 
ones. 

Feed frequently on easily digested, nutritious 
diet, such as beef-tea or mutton broth, thick- 
ened with rice. Let all food be slightly cool 
and keep fresh, cold water at all times within 
reach of the animal. If constipation be present 
give warm water and glycerine enemas, and an 
occasional dose of castor oil if necessary. 
Should the bowels become too much relaxed 
with any tendency to inflammation, feed en- 
tirely on farinaceous food, arrowroot, farina or 
corn-starch with well boiled milk, as even beef- 



tea is somewhat of an irritant to the stomach 
and bowels. Carnrick' s prepared food, which is 
lactated, is an excellent thing in these cases as 
it gives no work to the digestive apparatus, and 
is at once assimilated. Glover' s Diarrhoea Cure 
should be given if necessity demands it. When 
symptoms of distemper first appear Glover's 
Distemper Cure should be given and persisted 
in for several days after all symptoms have dis- 
appeared to insure perfect recovery. An ani- 
mal may have so far recovered that the owner 
considers it unnecessary to give any further 
medicine, the suspension of which will often re- 
sult in a relapse, recovery from which is uncer- 
tain. In the treatment of distemper, one great 
object is to keep up the general strength, so in 
case of extreme debility a little whisky in milk 
or milk punches may be allowed. 

The eyes should be bathed with warm water 
two or three times a day to keep them free of 
mucus, it will besides help to keep down inflam- 
mation. Should film form over the eyes or 
ulceration of the eyes or eyelids occur, Glover's 
Eye Lotion may be used with benefit. If at any 
time the accumulation of mucus in the air pas- 
sages should be so great as to interfere with 
breathing, steaming the head will soften, de 
tach and cause it to flow freely, thus giving re- 
lief, or in very urgent cases if the animal is 
comparatively strong, a mild emetic may be 
administered. 



In the occurence of Fits, Glover's Cure for 
Fits should be given and a seton inserted at the 

back of the head. In Chorea, Arsenic or Bro- 
mide of Zinc will be useful. In Paralysis, 
Strychnine combined with general tonics should 
be given, and Glover' s Liniment rubbed well in 
the entire length of the back, repeating night 
and morning until blister is produced. Elec- 
tricity is here also strongly recommended. 

In Pneumonia, Carbonate or Muriate of Am- 
monia, combined with expectorants should be 
given, also hot applications made externally, 
and alcoholic stimulants administered. 

In Jaundice, give Glover's Liver Pills twice 
daily and apply mustard plaster over the region 
of the liver. 

In recommending the use of Glover's Distem- 
per Cure I do not claim that it is a panacea for 
all ills, but do maintain that it will cure any 
case of simple distemper when given in time. 



Luke White's Kennels, Bridgeport, Conn. 
Mr. H. C. Glover: 

Dear Sir: — Your Distemper Cure is the best thing I ever 
saw or heard of for dogs afflicted with that disease. I can't 
express myself too highly in its favor. It has saved several 
valuable puppies for me since the late New York dog show, 
among them a handsome terrier owned by Mr. Geo. J. Gould. 
This puppy was so bad at night that I had no hopes of finding 
him alive in the morning. I gave him the Distemper Cure 
merely to fulfill my last duty to him, but what was my sur- 
prise when I found him next morning gnawing on a bone 
which happened to be near his stall. He is now as well as 

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ever. I have had several such miraculous cures iu my expe- 
rience with it. It is a positive cure, when given in time, and 
will even be effectual when the patient seems on the very 
verge of death. Yours, etc., 

Luke W. White. 



Helena, Montana. 
H. Clay Glover, Esq. : 

Dear Sir: — Governor Crosby directs me to say he used 
your Distemper Cure with great success on his Irish setter 
bitch "Florence." The disease disappeared entirely in five 
days. Very truly, 

H. B. Wilkins, Jr., 
Private Secretary. 



Meriden, Conn. 
Dr. H. Clay Glover: 

Dear Sir. — In Using your Distemper Cure for distemper in 
dogs, I have never had a failure to cure, if taken when the 
dog could stand on his feet, and in several cases when they 
could not stand. Have had nearly one hundred cases. 

Yours truly, J. A. Thomas. 



Marion Junction, Ala. 
Dr. H. Clay Glover: 

Dear Sir: — Some time ago I sent for a bottle of your Dis- 
temper Cure and it is the best thing of the kind I ever saw. 
My dog was nearly dead, but is now all right. 

Yours &c, C. Crenshaw. 



Hempstead, Long Island, N. Y. 
H. Clay Glover, V. S. : 

Dear Sir: — We take pleasure in informing you we have 
used your Distemper Cure in our kennels with the most 
gratifying success. When taken in time we have not lost one 
in ten of the cases. Truly yours, 

Hempstead Farm Kennels. 



Schenectady, N. Y. 
Sir: — One week ago to-day my Irish setter dog was taken 
very sick with the distemper. I sent for your Distemper 
Cure and used part of one bottle, and to-day my dog is well 
as ever. I send you this for I think I owe it to you. 
Yours truly, Geo. A. Rosa, 

228 Union Street. 
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MANGE. 

The term Mange as applied to animals is iden- 
tical with itch in the human race, in both of 
which parasitic life exists in the epidermis (skin) 
and is strictly a cutaneous disease. 

The dog is afflicted with two varieties, namely, 
Sarcoptis Canis (Sarcoptic mange), and Acarus 
Folliculorum (Follicular mange) which are fre- 
qent]y transmitted to other animals, and in sev- 
eral instances I have known it to be transmitted 
from the dog to humans, though it is quite un- 
usual. Aside from these there are numerous 
skin diseases the dog is subject to that are too 
often confounded with true mange. 

Eczema Rubrum, vulgarly called red mange, 
Erythema, Dematitis or surfeit, Psoriasis, Pity- 
riasis, Erysipelas, etc., are all pronounced 
mange by the pretended knowing ones, whereas, 
they are not due to the presence of a parasite, but 
arise from other causes, viz., too much meat or 
corn-meal diet, with insufficient exercise, de- 
ranged condition of the digestive apparatus, 
worms, teething, sudden cooling of the body 
when heated, debilitating affections, injudicious 
use of mercurial preparations, local irritations, 

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fleas, etc., and it is frequently necessary to 
make a microscopic examination to determine 
positively what the actual trouble is. 

It is usually the case when a person has a sick 
animal, gratuitous advice is freely offered, which 
is almost invariably bad, and most all coachmen 
assume to be veterinary surgeons. To illustrate 
the latter, Mrs. Jones' little dog is afflicted with 
one of the many skin diseases. Mrs. Smith's 
coachman sees it, and at once pronounces it 
mange, saying that he will take it to his stable 
and cure it for a consideration. Mrs. Jones 
consents to being separated from her pet, with 
the assurance that it will only be for a short 
time. The coachman has some antiquated ideas 
of a mange wash which is persistently applied 
but without benefit. Other washes are then re- 
sorted to, with like result, and the coachman 
cannot understand why a local application will 
not cure a disease that requires constitutional 
treatment. The dog, after having been kept for 
an indefinite time is finally returned to its mis 
tress probably in worse condition than when she 
parted with it. Mrs. Jones now being actually 
frightened about her pet decides to consult some 
one qualified to treat him intelligently. 

Sarcoptic Mange may be recognized by the 
following symptoms, viz., intense itching, small 
red points appearing on the skin, which quickly 
develop into pustules, exuding a fluid which 



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forms scabs. When from scratching or in other 
ways the scabs are removed, the hair will ac- 
company them leaving the parts nnde. The 
parasite usnally first attacks the skin where 
most exposed from shortness or absence of hair, 
under the shoulders and thighs, about the hock 
joints, feet and eyes, are favorite places. It is 
not long confined to these localities, but rapidly 
spreads until the entire body is covered, unless 
checked by some application that will effectu- 
ally destroy the parasites. 

Follicular Mange though not causing the 
same amount of itching, is accompanied by a 
fetid body smell, the pustules sometimes giving 
out pus. The hair will be left standing firmly 
in places, while other parts may never again be 
as full in coat, owing to the hair follicles being 
destroyed by the parasites. Though this form 
of mange is not so annoying to the animal as 
the first-named variety, it does not yield as 
readily to treatment as Sarcoptic Mange, owing 
to the parasite being more deeply seated in the 
former. For the same reason it is not so easily 
transmitted. 

Treatment. — Many preparations are used in 
the treatment of mange into which enter largely 
different forms of mercury, such as corrosive 
sublimate, red or white precipitate, or the ordi- 
nary mercurial ointment. The great objections 

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to their use are, tliat they are rapidly absorbed 
and are productive of a form of eczema, termed 
Eczema Hydrargyria, or may cause salivation, 
besides rendering the animal particularly sus- 
ceptible to colds or rheumatism. Again, it is 
necessary to keep the animal muzzled during 
their use to prevent his licking the poison, and 
a muzzle to some dogs is simply torture. Car- 
bolic acid has also been recommended, but if 
used sufficiently strong to kill the parasites, will 
destroy the hair follicles. It is therefore desira- 
ble that something should be used that is harm- 
less and at the same time effective. Glover's 
Mange Cure is a positive remedy for any and 
all cases of mange, effectually destroying the 
parasites, and contains no poison of any nature. 
It is so perfectly harmless that it might be 
given internally without any bad results. It 
would merely purge the bowels and have a 
beneficial effect on the blood. 

It should be thoroughly well applied over the 
entire body, rubbing it well into the skin, and 
allowing it to remain on. Should a second ap- 
plication be necessary, it may be made three 
days later. Usually one or two applications are 
sufficient to effect a radical cure. Any case of 
skin trouble that it fails to effectually cure, may 
positively be determined as not a true mange. 
And although it will heal all such troubles 
arising from causes heretofore mentioned, the 

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animal may continue to break out. in which case 
Glover' s Blood Purifier should be given inter- 
nally. If the trouble can be traced to impaired 
digestion or impoverished blood, Glover' s Tonic 
will be of great benefit, together with change of 
diet, which in these cases, should consist en- 
tirely of well boiled meat. 

For inflammatory conditions of the blood 
Fowler's Solution of Arsenic has been largely 
recommended, but necessitates being given a 
long time to derive a little effect, besides caus- 
ing irritation of the stomach. I believe I am safe 
in saying that more actual alterative effect may 
be had from giving Glover's Blood Purifier 
three days than from giving Fowler' s Solution 
three weeks. 

As a kennel will become infected in time from 
keeping a mangy animal in it, after applying the 
Mange Cure, the kennel should be thoroughly 
disinfected, otherwise, there is fear of hi3 re- 
taking the disease. The better plan is to remove 
the animal to new quarters. 



Office of Menagerie, Central Park, N. Y. 
Mr. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — I take pleasure in giving my endorsement to your 
Mange Cure, having used it on camels, llamas, cattle and African 
wart hogs with perfect success. Would recommend it as a speedy 
cure for skin diseases. 

Respectfully yours, 

W. A. Conklin, V. S., Director, 



Dk. H. O. Glover: 

Dear Sir. — I have had your Mange Cure used at the kennels 
and on nay own dogs with marked success. 

Robert C. Cornell, 
Sec. Westminster Kennel Club. 



Cincinnati, Ohio. 
H. Clay Glover, Esq. : 

Dear Sir. — I have used your Mange Cure for several years and 
find it entirely satisfactory. I have not had a case of mange in 
my kennels that your remedy has failed to cure in a very short 
time. Have not been obliged to use any other remedy as yours 
has accomplished all that is claimed for it. 

Yours truly, W. B. Shattuc. 



The Maizeland Kennels, Red Hook, N. Y. 
H. Clay Glover, D. V. S.: 

Dear Sir. — I take great pleasure in recommending your Mange 
Cure. Have used it in my kennels for over three years and 
always with entire satisfaction. Have also found it an excellent 
remedy in the stable for scratches. Yours truly, 

Lawrrnce Timpson. 

Cincinnati, Ohio. 
Dr. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — Your Mange Cure is the best thing for scratches in 
horses I have ever used. Have cured six cases with three bottles. 

Respectfully yours, 

Henry Peete, 
Foreman of Moerlin Brewing Co's Stables. 



Peachers Mills, Tenn. 
Dr. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — I have used your Mange Cure in seven very stub, 
born cases ; it has never failed, and is certain death to a flea. 

Yours truly, 

H. O. Hambaugh. 

Charleston, S. C. 
Dear Sir. — I take special pleasure in recommending Glover's 
Mange Cure for mange in any of its stages. After curing the dis- 
ease it leaves the skin of the animal in an excellent condition. As 
a flea destroyer it has no superior in the market. 

Very truly yours, 
Thos. R. Gibbs, Farrier & Horse-Shoer. 



Fort Gibson, I. T. 
Mb. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — Your Mange Cure arrived, and I used it on three 
dogs, and they are now well. It is the only real quick cure I 
know of. Yours truly, 

Haeky S. Guyon. 



Macedon, N. Y. 
Dr. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — Your Mange Cure is the best remedy for scratches 
in horses I have ever used. It is a sure cure. 

Lyman Bickford. 



The Federal Bank of Canada, London, Ont. 
H. Clay Glover, Esq.: 

Your Imperial Mange Cure is the best I ever saw or used. I 
have had spaniels very bad with mange and your Cure completely 
restored them. In fact, in a month the hair was as long as it ever 
was. I recommend it to any one having dogs afflicted in this way. 

T. A. Stephen. 



New York. 
H. Clay Glover, Esq.: 

Dear Sir. — I feel it my duty to notify you of the entire cure of 
my boy through the use of your Mange Cure. My boy had been 
under the care of my family physician for some time, and treated 
by him for what he termed dry Eczema. As my boy was growing 
worse and rapidly losiug his hair, I concluded to try your Mange 
Cure. In less than two weeks the cure was assured, and the hair 
rapidly growing in, though the doctor said he would never again have 
hair on the bald spots. I should be glad to have you use this let- 
ter as one of the means of bringing your Mange Cure to the notice 
of the public. 

Thankfully yours, 

James L. Jackson, Jr., 329 E. 28th St, 



Claremont, N. H. 
H. Clay Glover : 

My Dear Sir. — I am pleased to inform you that your Imperial 
Mange Cure has been of great benefit to me in curing my dogs 
whenever they have been afflicted with any skin trouble. I always 
keep it by me. Wishing you the success with it that it deserves, 
I am very truly, Wm. Jarvis. 



WORMS. 

Worms, without doubt, cause the death, in 
various ways, of more puppies, and are more to 
be guarded against, than other diseases, from 
the fact that they may be destroying life when 
their presence is not suspected, except to those 
who are quite familiar with the symptoms. In 
discussing the subject of these internal para- 
sites I will merely touch upon those with which 
dogs are most commonly affected. Foremost, is 
the round worm, which inhabits the stomach 
and small intestines. They are of about the 
diameter of vermicelli, of a waxy color, from 
three to six inches in length, and pointed at 
each extremity. They will sometimes pass with 
the feces or may be vomited up, though their 
presence may not be made known in either way. 

Of all varieties the round worms are to be 
most feared, are more peculiar to puppies and 
young dogs than adults, though th3 latter are 
frequently troubled with them. They cause 
great irritation of the stomach and intestines, 
giving rise to fits, indigestion, obstinate diar- 
rhoea, and are often present in such quantities 
as to cause obstruction of the bowels. 



The Mazv Worm is of a slightly pinkish color, 
from half an inch to one inch in length, is 
located in the rectum, and though not danger- 
ous, causes much irritation and is the source of 
great annoyance. It will sometimes produce 
partial paralysis in puppies, the paralysis dis 
appearing after the worms are expelled. This 
worm is spoken of by some authors as being a 
segment of the tape- worm, but I am of the opin- 
ion that it is a distinct variety, as I have fre- 
quently found it present when there was no evi 
dence of the existence of tape-worm. They are 
passed adhering to the feces, and are often seen 
sticking to the hair about the anus. 

Tape- Worm. There are a number of varieties 
of tape-worm to which the dog is subject, but as 
they all affect the animal in a similar manner, I 
shall not enter into their classification, but ad 
vise the same treatment for all. 

The tape- worm is formed in sections of from 
one-quarter to one-half inch in length, white, 
and about as large round as a coarse thread. 
Is the most difficult of all worms to thoroughly 
eradicate, as portions will pass away from time to 
time, but so long as the head remains it will con- 
tinue to grow. It is therefore necessary to persist 
in the use of a vermifuge until the head has been 
passed and this can only be positively arrived 
at by a microscopic examination of the matter 
voided. 



Symptoms. — Restlessness, disturbed slumber, 
cough, unpleasant breath, nausea, colic pains, 
irregularity of the bowels, persistent diarrhoea, 
mucus passed with or following an action of the 
bowels, caked nose, perverted appetite, the ani- 
mal swallowing foreign substances, such as 
ashes, coal, straw, bits of wood, etc. Pallid, 
risible membranes, especially in puppies, and a 
bloated appearance of the abdomen while thin 
elsewhere Harsh, staring condition of the coat, 
dragging the hind part on the ground in a sit- 
ting position, all indicate the existence of some 
variety of worms. 



Treatment . — Among the old-fashioned reme- 
dies for worms are powdered glass, tin filings, 
turpentine and Areca nut, all of which are ex- 
tremely irritating to the mucous membranes 
covering the stomach and intestines. The most 
dangerous of these is Areca nut, which I have 
known to kill so many dogs that I am greatly 
opposed to its use. If fresh ground I believe it 
will produce gastro-enteritis, if stale it is quite 
inert. 

As little or no action is derived from the use 
of vermifuge when there is food in the stomach, 
an animal should be fasted for at least twelve 
hours before administering it, and not fed soon- 
er than two hours after. The advantages that I 
claim for Glover's Termifuge over all others are, 



that while being equally efficacious, it is perfectly 
harmless to use, that it does not irritate the 
alimentary tract, but allays any irritation hav- 
ing been caused by worms, and that it does not 
require to be followed by a purgative, as is the 
case with others. As nine-tenths of all puppies 
have worms when born, I have always made it a 
rule to give those of my breeding some of the 
Vermifuge as soon as weaned, or even before, if 
I considered the case urgent. My idea is to get 
rid of the worms before they have done damage. 

The Hollywood, Long Branch. 
Dr. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — I consider your medicines far superior to all others 
that I have ever used. The Vermifuge yon prepare is really won- 
derful in its mild yet thorough action. Have used it most exten- 
sively on very youug puppies with the best results. 

Yours truly, Feed Hoey. 



Charleston, S. C. 
Two puppies of mine were badly troubled with worms. I used 
the Vermifuge manufactured by H. Clay Glover, which completely 
cured them, and this Tonic brought them up to health in a short 
time. Tbese were the only two saved from a litter of seven, the 
rest dying of worms and other sickness in other hands. 

J. Alwyn Ball. 



Hadlyme, Conn. 
.Dr. H. Clay Glover : 

After usiug your Vermifuge on my Irish setter puppies, the 
masses of worms that passed from them was something dreadful. 
I consider your Vermifuge a wonderful thing and no owner of 
dogs should be without it. Yours truly, 

Newton Roselle. 



Charleston, S. C. 
Dear Sir. — I take pleasure in certifying to the excellence of 
Glover's Dog Remedies. With the Vermifuge I cured a dog of 
mine which I considered a hopeless case. G. E. Davis, 

City Sheriff. 



Dr.. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — Your Vermifuge is the most harmless and effective 
remedy for worms in dogs I have ever used. 

Yours truly, Akthur E. Rendle, 

Prop. Compton Grove Kennels. 



Peterboro, N. H. 
Dr. H. Clay Glover : 

Dear Sir. — It gives me pleasure to testify to the merits of your 
infallible remedies. As for your Vermifuge, it is a mild and harm- 
less eradicator of worms, and ie, with my puppies, from their wean- 
ing an established diet. Very respectfully, 

Geo. S. Tucker. 



Tammany Kennels, Bridgeport, Conn. 
For several years I have used "exclusively" the Glover's Dog 
Medicines, and am satisfied that when the instructions given are 
carefully followed, the case taken in time, and the necessary care 
given to the patient, that these medicines will do all that is 
claimed for them. By giving all my puppies, "three or four days 
after weaning," a course of the Vermifuge, "whether there are 
symptoms or not," I have not yet lost a puppy by worms. 

John White. 



• FITS. 

The dog is perhaps more subject to fits, or 
more properly epilepsy, than any other of the 
domestic animals, owing to his high develop- 
ment of brain and nervous system. Young 
animals are much more frequently its subjects 
than adults, as it is generally associated with 
puppy troubles, though dogs of mature age are. 
occasionally so afflicted. 

No premonitory symptoms are evinced in epi- 
lepsy, except perhaps, a slight quivering of the 
muscles, for a few seconds before the animal 
falls upon its side, losing consciousness, the 
limbs working violently, eyes set and froth 



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issuing from the mouth. This condition usu- 
ally lasts from ten to twenty minutes, or may 
be prolonged indefinitely, one attack following 
another in rapid succession, the latter usually 
occurring in distemper, resulting in death if not 
stopped. Upon an ordinary fit subsiding, con- 
sciousness or only partial consciousness will 
return. If the former, the animal will lie quiet- 
ly for some time seemingly exhausted, or a 
comatose condition may exist for some minutes. 
If only partially conscious after an attack, the 
animal will run off in any direction for a mile or 
two, and when recovered will be found in some 
dark, out of the way place. In other cases the first 
symptoms may be absent, the animal on being 
attacked rushing away wildly, yelping as if in 
pain, running against objects as if partially 
blind, and perhaps snapping viciously. Many 
dogs are destroyed when in this condition, par- 
ticularly if on a public thoroughfare, as the cry 
mad dog is at once raised ; whereas, all the poor 
animal requires is a little medicine and atten- 
tion to restore him to his normal condition. 



Games. — Nervous excitement, worms, indi- 
gestion, protracted constipation, over heating, 
violent exercise after feeding, injuries about the 
head, and irritation incident to getting the sec- 
ond teeth and in bitches having suckling puppies, 
her abilities being overtaxed. Parturient apo- 



plexy is liable to occur and must not be mis 
taken for epilepsy. 



Treatment. — To successfully treat fits it is 
necessary to ascertain and remove the cause. If 
from worms, and it is safe to say all puppies 
have them, Glover's Vermifuge should be ad- 
ministered. If from teething, as soon as the 
milk teeth are loose they should be removed, 
and the gums, if inflamed, lanced where the 
second teeth are endeavoring to force their way 
through. Bones should also be allowed to bite on. 

If from indigestion or any derangement of the 
gastric juices, the diet should consist for a time 
entirely of well boiled meat chopped fine 
Glover's Tonic given, and the drinking water 
made one-fifth lime-water. 

If from constipation, administer at once an 
enema of warm water and glycerine, and give 
Glover's Liver Pills for two or three nights suc- 
cessively. 

If from nervous excitement, remove to a dark 
quiet place, and follow these directions, which 
are applicable during an attack of epilepsy, 
from any cause, viz. , apply ice or cold water to 
the head, keeping the body warm, and give 
Glover's Cure for Fits every hour until several 
doses have been given. If the following day or 
at any time, any unusual excitement is observed 
a dose of the Cure will prevent an attack. 



Animals subject to epilepsy should never be 
allowed violent exercise immediately after feed- 
ing, but kept as quiet as possible for several 
hours. Feed no hot food, sweets or pastries, 
all of which tend to disorder the stomach, pro- 
ducing indigestion, which gives rise to fits. 

Puppies or young dogs when first taken into 
the street or field are extremely liable to tits, as 
new sights and noises will excite the nervous 
system ; it is therefore best to gradually accus- 
tom them to these experiences. 



CANKER OF THE EAR, INTERNAL 

This disease consists of ulcerous sores forming 
on the inside of the ears, which, if neglected, will 
after eating through the cartilage attack the 
bone, producing abscesses in the head and total 
deafness. It is the cause of great pain and an- 
noyance, and should be treated on first symptoms 
appearing, when it may be readily cured. 
Whereas, if allowed to run on indefinitely, as is 
frequently the case, it is very obstinate. I find it 
much more prevalent in long eared dogs than 
those of the small eared varieties, doubtless due 
to the fact that a large ear, besides retaining 
more heat in the head than a small one, also 
helps to hide from a careless owner the accumu- 
lation of dirt that is certain to occur when the 
ears are not properly looked after and cleansed. 

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Frequently associated with internal canker is 
external canker, an ulcerous sore forming on the 
edge of the ear, caused by constant shaking of 
the head, which gradually eats into the leather 
(or flap of the ear). 

External canker may originate from the ears 
being torn or scratched with briars, and will then 
exist independent of internal canker, but when 
the former is observed the latter should always 
be suspected and the ears thoroughly examined 
to ascertain if there be any internal trouble. 

Causes. — Exposure to cold, being a great deal 
in the water, injuries due to a blow or kick, 
neglecting to keep the ears clean are all assigned 
as causes productive of internal canker. They 
may help towards its development, but I believe 
the origin of the trouble is an inflammatory con- 
dition of the blood, which exhibits itself in the 
form of internal canker on slight provocation. 
The fact of its frequently being associated with 
skin diseases is further evidence of its origin in 
the blood. Too much flesh or corn meal feeding 
will produce an inflammatory condition of the 
blood. Let me here say that for years I have 
been opposed to the use of corn meal, it being so 
heating in its character. Any other cereal is pre- 
ferable. A coarse grade of wheat flour or rice is 
particularly nice. A vitiated condition of the 
blood, rendered so by some debilitating affection, 
will cause a pustulous eruption of the skin and 
internal canker. 



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Symptoms . — A red and inflamed appearance 
of the ears which have a heated feeling to the 
touch. Violent shaking of the head, scratching 
at the butt of the ear, often accompanied by 
whining or cries of pain. Pressing the ear to the 
ground. Tenderness to manipulation. A dark 
brown discharge, sometimes blood and pus, hav- 
ing an unpleasant odor. If the ear is thoroughly 
cleansed, small bright red spots will be observed. 



Treatment. — If the animal is in high condi- 
tion a sharp purgative should be given. Jalap 
will answer as well as anything. Increase the 
amount of exercise and restrict the diet to well 
boiled vegetables, cabbage, turnips, carrots, po- 
tatoes, etc. The ears should be' thoroughly 
cleansed at least once a day, using warm water, 
adding ten drops of carbolic acid to the quart. 
Castile soap and a fine sponge or syringe will 
be necessary to remove all the discharge from the 
inside of the ears. If the syringe is employed, 
gentleness in its use should be observed. As a 
local application, Glover's Canker Wash should 
be used night and morning, warming it slightly 
to prevent any shock to the ear which is now 
particularly sensitive. If the trouble does not 
yield to this treatment as rapidly as is desired, 
it would be well to give Glover's Blood Purifier 
internally, Old cases require persistent treat- 
ment. Should the trouble arise from impover- 



ished condition of the blood, dress the ears 
as heretofore directed, feed liberally and give 
Gflover's Tonic internally. In case of external 
canker, touch the sore every other day with 
tincture muriate of iron, and apply iodoform 
ointment two or three times a day. Kemove the 
collar and oblige the animal to wear a thin mus- 
lin cap to prevent his shaking his ears. 



RHEUMATISM. 

Rheumatism is a disease of the blood due to 
the presence of lithic acid. It may be acute or 
chronic. Some authors attribute the existence 
of rheumatism entirely to exposure to cold and 
dampness. This I must contradict, for in the 
absence of lithic acid there would be no rheu- 
matism, though I concede that damp kennels, 
lying upon the earth, going into water when 
heated, etc., all tend to its development, the lat- 
ter often producing an acute attack. Changes 
in the weather also have their effect. The parts 
of the dog most usually affected are the shoul- 
ders, the animal then moving like a foundered 
horse. This is generally termed kennel rheu- 
matism. I have had many cases where the 
trouble was located in the muscles of the back, 
and sometimes in the abdominal muscles. It 
rarely attacks the joints. 

2realmenl '. — Place the animal in warm, dry 

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quarters, and move the bowels thoroughly, sa- 
line aperients being especially indicated in this 
trouble. Salicylic acid, Colchicum, Iodide of 
Potash, Rhus Tox and Gfuaiacum are the usual 
remedies employed in the treatment of rheu- 
matic troubles, but I would recommend Glover' s 
Blood Purifier on account of the prompt altera- 
tive effect it has on the blood and in changing 
the secretions. Lime water should also be added 
to the drinking water, and Nitrate of Potash 
given when fever exists. Give Glover's Liver 
Pills every few days to keep the liver and bow- 
els active. As a local application, nothing can 
be better than Glover's Liniment, which should 
be rubbed briskly into the affected parts night 
and morning. Hot fomentations are also serv- 
iceable. 



OPTHALMIA. 

Opthalmia, when first appearing, is a simple 
inflammation, caused by some foreign matter 
lodging in the eyes, a blow or scratch, and is 
frequently present in distemper, skin diseases, 
or any constitutional derangement. 

The eyes are congested, evincing engorgement 
of the blood vessels, and have a watery appear- 
ance, the animal winking and showing a strong 
dislike to light. If the inflammation is not sub- 
dued a whitish film will form over one or both 
eyes, as the case may be, followed by ulcera- 



tion of the pupils. The ulcers at the start have 
the appearance of slight depressions. After 
opening a fungus growth will take place. 



Treatment. — Remove the animal to a dark 
place, move the bowels thoroughly, and keep 
on low, unstimula.ting diet. Bathe the eyes 
with water as warm as the animal can stand it 
for fifteen minutes at a time, several times a 
day, and use Glover's Eye Lotion night and 
morning. Local bleeding and a seton inserted 
at the back of the head will also be beneficial. 



FLEAS. 

Fleas keep a dog so busily employed scratch- 
ing and biting himself that he gets but little 
sleep or rest. Between fleas and scratching 
much irritation of the skin is produced which 
in time assumes an eczematous form. 

Besides the annoyance, the coat is gnawed off 
or torn out by the nails, giving to what has been 
a. beautifully coated animal, a ragged, unkept 
and unthrifty appearance. Constant vigilance is 
the price of keeping dogs free of fleas in warm 
weather, particularly if a number are kennelled 
together. An animal may be entirely rid of them 
one day, and have quantities the next, as they 
do not confine their homes for propagation to the 
dog' s coat, but will breed in bedding, carpets or 



sand, or the animal may get them from coming 
in contact with other dogs or cats harboring 
the ever bnsy Pulex irritans (Plea). In conse- 
quence of the rapid increase of these pests in 
sand, the dogs of California are mnch troubled 
with them. I might add the hnman race as well. 



Treatment o — For the destruction of these ex- 
ternal parasites, all mercurial preparations, 
though efficacious, should not be used for the 
reasons given in the treatment of mange. Car- 
bolic soap, or a solution of carbolic acid, is 
recommended, but I am opposed to their use 
from the fact that anything containing carbolic 
acid is injurious to the skin and coat, drying up 
the natural oils, thus rendering them dry and 
harsh. I use carbolic acid on dogs only 
as an antiseptic in case of abscesses, ulcers, 
unhealthy sores, or after operating. Glover's 
Mange Cure is instant death to fleas and will at 
the same time allay all irritation caused by 
scratching, etc. 

If applied once or twice a week and allowed to 
remain on, fleas will not approach an animal so 
treated. On house or pet dogs it may be applied 
and washed off immediately after, and not a flea 
will be left alive. For toy dogs and those with 
particularly delicate skins my Kennel Soap 
might be tried, as it contains all the medicinal 
properties of the mange cure, but necessarily 
considerably modified by the body of the soap, 
which is of the finest of cocoanut and olive oils, 
avoiding even the use of potash in its manufac- 
ture, as all alkalies are destructive to the coat, 
and common soaps are largely made up of them. 



QLOYER'S 

IMPERIAL 

DOG REMEDIES. 

>laiig-c Cure is a harmless and positive remedy for all skin 
diseases on animals ; is instant death to fleas and vermin, and 
improves the growth of hair. For scratches in horses or bad 
sores of any kind, it is unequalled ; strictly nonpoisonous. 
Price, 50 cents. 

Distemper Cure is a safe and reliable cure for Distemper ; 
subdues the fever at once, regulates the stomach, keeping up 
the appetite and general strength. A splendid thing for fever 
arising from any cause. Price, $1.00. 

Vermifuge is a safe and sure destroyer of all kinds of Worms 

in dogs. Price, 50 cents. 
Canker 'Wash for internal Canker of the Ear. Price, 50 cents. 
Eye Lotion for removing Film or Ulcers from the Eyes. 

Price, f)0 cents. 
Blood Purifier is a great Blood Alterative, very quick in its 

action. Price, 50 cents. 

Diarrhtiea Cure, for acute or chronic diarrhoea and all bowei 
complaints. Price, 50 cents. 

Cure for Fits will stop Fits or Convulsions in a few minutes. 
Price, 50 cents. 

Tonic for debility arising from Distemper or other causes. 
Price, 50 cents. 

Liniment for Rheumatism, Sprains or Bruises. Price, 50 cents. 
Liver Pills act directly upon the Liver and Secretions. Price, 
50 cents. 

Kennel and Stable Soap contains in a modified form all 
the medicinal properties of the Mange Cure, compounded with 
the finest Cocoanut and t 01ive oils, making a soap equal in quality 
to any toilet soap. It contains no potash or carbolic acid, both of 
which are injurious to the coat, burning up the natural oil and 
in time rendering the skin dry and the coat harsh. Glover's 
Kennel and Stable Soap is especially recommended for 
keeping the skin and coat in a healthy condition and is 
particularly good for any humor, irritation or sores. It is 
largely used for skin or scalp troubles in human beings. 
Price, 25 cents. 



The remedies referred to in this -work are 
sold by druggists and dealers in sportsmen's 
goods. Should they not have them on hand 
they -will get them for you. 

N. B. — These preparations do not represent the fallacious and 
exploded ideas of twenty years ago, but are evidence of the ad- 
vancement that has been made in Veterinary Medicine ; receiving 
the highest award at the American Institute Fair, New York, 1888, 
after being carefully analyzed by expert chemists. 



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